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Melbourne Lodge - Crisis accommodation for Women and Children
Melbourne Lodge offers short-term crisis accommodation to single women, as well as women with children in a safe, professional and caring environment. Melbourne Lodge is a not for profit refuge, caters 50 beds in dormitory-style accommodation with very reasonable rates.Melbourne Lodge is based in Preston and is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Their on-site Manager is also a Social Worker.Manager :John FerwerdaAddress :205 Bell Street,Preston Victoria 3072Telephone : (03) 9480 6971Mobile : 0409 430 839Facsimile : 03 9354 8955Contact Email: info@melbournelodge.com.auWebsite: www.melbournelodge.com.auMore Useful Help Info (with telephone numbers)
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